1993 Nissan Truck leaky brake system

Tiny
JBFRAZIER32
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  • 1993 NISSAN TRUCK
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 346,000 MILES
Is it possible for a leak to come back up through the top of the cap of the of the reservoir. The other problem is I see no trace of brake fluid below the master cylinder or brake reservoir. I have been filling the reservoir every 3 days of use. Where could the fluid be going?
Tuesday, April 21st, 2015 AT 11:24 AM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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If you're losing brake fluid and there's no external leak in sight, loosen the mounting bolts for the master cylinder and pull it forward. If it's wet back there, the rear seal is leaking and the fluid is being sucked into the engine and burned.
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Tuesday, April 21st, 2015 AT 3:45 PM

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